Greek mythology is prominent in art dating from antiquity through to the renaissance and even in contemporary artwork. During ...

The ancient Greeks used to make a wide variety of breads, as they considered it to be of great importance in their eating ...

An overview of Ancient Greek art, including painting, sculpture and architecture, and a look at how it changed over the years.

He decided when storms would rise and recede, holding his famous three ... as “the most Greek of all the gods,” Apollo was something of a Renaissance man. He entertained Olympus with his lyre, taught ...

Directed by Paolo Sorrentino, this decadent drama about a beautiful young woman is a one-sided meditation on art, desire and spirituality.

As Donald Trump has gained fame and power, his rage at opponents and appetite for vengeance appear to have sharpened. A ...

From the malignant Iago to the murderous Clytemnestra, most literary figures feel personal passion. Trump’s anger seems more ...

Ancient Greece and Rome may have handed down the image of rosy-cheeked Cupids, but their myths about him explore the messier – sometimes scarier – sides of love.

The Greek divinity Nemesis, rarely depicted in art, has no place in the Olympian pantheon of a dozen gods and goddesses ... Perhaps the most famous example of vengeance in Greek tragedy is ...

Ancient Greek vase painting is fascinating, fun, and with few tricks, easy to enjoy. The unique paintings on ancient Greek pottery are like letters from the past. They allow us to learn from the past ...

Food, music and culture have made the Italian southern city of Naples famous around the globe. But there’s another Neapolitan ...

History of the cornicello, an iconic symbol of prosperity, love and fortune that has become a popular present among lovers on Valentine’s Day ...